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The Business of Being Born
Documentary - 2008
The Business of Being Born
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7.4
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Director Abby Epstein's controversial documentary takes a hard look at America's maternity care system, juxtaposing hospital deliveries against the growing popularity of at-home, natural childbirths that some expectant parents are opting for. Former talk show host Ricki Lake was inspired to produce this compelling exposé after a dissatisfying birthing experience with her first child left her with many unanswered questions.
Director:
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Abby Epstein
Cast:
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Ricki Lake
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Abby Epstein
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Julia Barnett Tracy
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Ina May Gaskin

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Executive Producer Ricki Lake and Filmmaker Abby Epstein follow their landmark documentary,'The Business of Being Born', with an all-new, four part DVD series that continues their provocative and entertaining exploration of the modern maternity care system.
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Rated:
Not Rated
Runtime:
87 min
Release date:
1 Jan 2008
Country:
US
Languages:
English
Budget:
$0
Revenue:
$0
Awards:
1 nomination

Top Critics Reviews

rotten:
Epstein's film is conveniently short on interviews with the millions of mothers who have had positive experiences delivering in hospitals.
– Sam Sweet,
L.A. Weekly,
18 Jan 2008
fresh:
A powerful, frightening look at America's delivery room that makes a strong case for natural childbirth overseen by experienced midwives rather than by surgery-prone doctors.
– Tamara Straus,
San Francisco Chronicle,
18 Jan 2008
fresh:
"The Business of Being Born" is messy and amateurish but heartfelt and compelling.
– Nell Minow,
Chicago Sun-Times,
15 Feb 2008
fresh:
Former talk show host Ricki Lake had her first baby in a hospital and came away with the need for a birth experience that was more empowering, with less medical intervention.
– Maureen M. Hart,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Feb 2008
fresh:
Important viewing for anyone contemplating a birth plan.
– Moira MacDonald,
Seattle Times,
29 Feb 2008
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